Buckeye Valor: The Great Locomotive Chase presented by Mason Prater | Main Library for All Ages

Name: Buckeye Valor: The Great Locomotive Chase presented by Mason Prater | Main Library for All Ages
Start: 2026-01-31T14:00:00-05:00
Location: 219 N Broad St, Lancaster, OH, United States, Ohio 43130

Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 02:00 pm UTC-05:00

219 N Broad St, Lancaster, OH, United States, Ohio 43130 | Lancaster

Publisher/HostFairfield County District Library

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Buckeye Valor: The Great Locomotive Chase presented by Mason Prater | Main Library for All Ages

Step back into the Civil War with the incredible true story of The
Great Locomotive Chase — an unforgettable tale of Buckeye
bravery, grit, and ingenuity. Guests will be able to explore
authentic Civil War artifacts, read detailed story panels, view
replica uniforms, meet historians portraying the real men who
took part in the raid, and hear firsthand of the Ohio spirit that
fueled one of the war’s boldest missions. Additionally, we will also
be hosting a small-scale replica of The General, the train that was
stolen. Register online, on our app, or by calling (740) 653-
2745, extension 160.